1959 DKW Junior vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1959 DKW Junior is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jaguar C-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Junior | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2450 mm |
